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Being a little brave can take us a long way: Fahad Shiraj’s journey
Haworth College of Business
… Fahad Shiraj has learned to be curious and brave during his time at Western Michigan University. Majoring in business … the U.S. learning new skills in the industry, applied what he’s learned in internships and grown as a leader along … He has advised me in terms of professional career goals and has helped me become more motivated in my field of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/12/70161
Empowering undergraduate students with research internships
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
… Applied Sciences continues doing its part to achieve this goal and ensure students are ready to meet the demands of … trouble learning new material because I did not understand what the topic was used for. This research has given me a … her master’s degree before heading into the workforce full-time. She wants to enter the cosmetics industry and develop …
https://wmich.edu/engineer/news/2024/10/undergrad-research
Pathway Tutoring program connects teacher candidates to community youth
College of Education and Human Development
… with the mission of reducing the number of students at that time who would've been affected by Michigan’s Read by Grade … first grade and second grade because the more they go on, the further the gap. So, we’re just trying to close … exercise, like playing a game or finding out what motivates a student to learn,” says LaLonde. “So, the …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/04/71518
Why I give: Bill Thompson
W Magazine
… and counting. He also served on WMU's Grand Rapids Alumni Golf Outing Committee for nearly 40 years. So, there's no … graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting from what's now the Haworth College of Business. After … She also played in both orchestras. "We fully enjoyed our time on campus from the moment we met in the parking lot of …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68998
A WMU researcher and pond dwellers illuminate the nervous system
News
… head and tail, it crawls, inchworm-like, across his hand. What's more, this creature is the type of leech that sucks … Jellies notes that if this nerve cord is severed, given time to recover, the animal will eventually regain much of its original ability. The same does not hold true for humans because our spinal cord is …
https://wmich.edu/news/2014/11/20011
Global and Languages Community provides new student housing option
Haenicke Institute for Global Education
… residence hall beginning this fall semester. Sign-up is underway for the new housing opportunity, which … cannot return home. It also is the only residence hall that does not require students to purchase a meal plan. Planning … can select the Global and Languages Community when signing up for housing or contact Residence Life at (269) 387-4735 …
https://wmich.edu/news/2018/07/47388
Assistant professor appointed to be a voice for diversity, equity, inclusion and antiracism on national board
College of Education and Human Development
… member of the Association of Counselor Education and Supervision's (ACES) governing council. She will be serving as the … Counseling Association founded in 1952, the organization does this by hosting conferences that highlight the latest …
https://wmich.edu/news/2023/06/71872
Football Broncos tackle tree clearing for Habitat for Humanity
News
… sled for a line of trees to take down. "From the word go, these guys took the ball and ran with it," says Tim … just one way we can give back and show that we appreciate what they do for us." The call to service is something Tim … ability to do some incredible work in a short amount of time. "Many of these individuals are seniors, so they've …
https://wmich.edu/news/2019/07/54389
Preparing to prosper: Broncos get resume-worthy experience through internships
News
… internships and research activities this summer. But long gone are the days of filing papers and fetching coffee. Our … helped solidify his career goals. "It showed me who I am, what I like to do and what I will continue doing in the … assistant vice president for community partnerships. "Time and time again employers have told me that when they …
https://wmich.edu/news/2022/08/68872
Student experience meets community impact in groundbreaking new Evaluation Lab
News
… learning The Evaluation Lab's inaugural group of student evaluators includes nine undergraduates and … is an opportunity to do something a little different than what they are studying. Mo Tall , a sophomore double … and leadership and business strategy, explains, “I want to go into investment banking. I appreciate being able to work …
https://wmich.edu/news/2024/03/75006